Missouri Democracy

Where do the ideas for laws in Missouri often come from?

• the governor

• the speaker of the house

• citizens of Missouri

• the mayor

What is the importance of the Missouri Constitution? Choose 2 answers.

• outlines the set up of local governments (cities and counties)

• it decides who the governor will be in the state

• it names Missouri's state symbols

• it creates the three branches of state government and divides power between them

At what age are Missouri citizen allowed to vote?

• 16

• 18

• 21

• 25

What is NOT a right of Missouri citizens?

• to say and write what we think

• to vote for our leaders

• to go to school every day

• to be treated fairly

What is NOT a responsibility of Missouri citizens?

• to be nice to others

• to vote

• to pay taxes

• to obey laws

What is our tax money used for in Missouri? Choose 3 answers.

• to fund schools

• for amusement parks

• for roads and bridges

• for police and fire services

• to fund professional sports teams in Missouri

What is Missouri's state bird?

• Cardinal

• Eastern Bluebird

• Blue Jay

• Eagle

What is Missouri's state insect?

• honeybee

• fly

• butterfly

• bumblebee

What does the blue stripe on Missouri's flag stand for?

• bravery

• kindness

• vigilance

• sadness

What is a famous landmark in Missouri?

• Grand Canyon

• St. Louis Ballpark

• Mississippi River

• Gateway Arch